While extending the ban on mobile internet until November 8, the Manipur government has said it is exploring restoration of the services “on trial basis” in parts not gripped by violence. The state’s Home department said the government will “go for opening of mobile towers on trial in those district headquarters not affected by the current law and order crisis.” “If found feasible”, it said, the ban will be extended to other parts where “the law and order situation have improved.” Barring three days in September mobile internet has remained completely or partially suspended in since May 3.
